Finance Assistant - Cobalt Recruitment : Job Details

Finance Assistant

Hybrid, Central London

£40,000 - £45,000 plus study support

Our client is a global highly regarded real estate investment firm seeking to hire a Part Qualified Accountant for their London-based team.

This is a great opportunity for a highly motivated individual looking to gain well-rounded experience in a role that expands from financial reporting and accounting to budgeting & forecasting and regulatory reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with global stakeholders in finance functions to ensure prompt delivery of financial accounts
• Review monthly local reporting packages, including supporting schedules, bank reconciliations, and statutory financial statements
• Support the Finance Manager in preparing year-end audit schedules and the year-end reporting package
• Prepare management fees and charges between the management company and PropCos
• Provide support for ongoing procurements and payments
• Prepare cash flow forecasts and interbank fund transfers for review
• Assist the Finance Manager with financial forecasting and budgeting processes
• Support the Finance Manager during year-end statutory audits and internal audit processes
• Help prepare, review, and submit regulatory filings, including statutory accounts, VAT, Corporate Income Tax, Withholding Tax, and CIS
• Help with improving accounting, reporting, and forecasting systems
• Manage bank mandates and online banking access controls
• Upload and review payments/invoices on banking platforms or accounting systems

Key Requirements:

• Part Qualified or studying towards qualification (ACCA, CIMA, ACA)
• Prior relevant experience in an accounting role in the industry or accountancy practice
• Experience in real estate is essential
• Knowledge of property accounting software is advantageous